1998 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2004 Vauxhall Agila | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Agila |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |